by Eliz Adem (GSNorCal Staff) | Feb 26, 2019 | Camp & Outdoors, Older Girl Resources
Camp Skylark Ranch Director Eliz “Apple” Adem spent a lot of time at Skylark Ranch as a Girl Scout, attending Service Unit Camporees and completing her Counselor-In-Training (CIT) Program, which inspired her to pursue her current career. She shares her experience with the CIT program, and why she believes that leadership training is so important for every Girl Scout’s development.
by Michele Harms and Allison Wright | Feb 19, 2019 | Badges & Awards, G.I.R.L. Power, Girl Scout Gold Award, Older Girl Resources
So you’re ready to start your Gold Award project plan—now what? More than a community service project, the Gold Award is based around a well-researched and sustainable Take Action Project. You’ll be taking an issue you’re passionate about and making a big difference on a local, national, or even global scale, and you’re in charge every step of the way. Where do you even begin?
by Katie Mock (GSNorCal Staff) | Feb 12, 2019 | Building Strong Girls, Ideas & Inspiration
Time to relax and play is so vital for a girl’s growth and development, yet it can be so difficult to make time for in a busy schedule. Read more on how to incorporate simple, but effective, mindfulness exercises into their everyday life that can help girls alleviate anxiety, and feel more confident and capable.
by GSNorCal Guest | Feb 5, 2019 | Cookies & Fall Product Program
Did you know? Girl Scouts who use Digital Cookie and other online resources sell more Girl Scout Cookies than those who only use traditional methods, like booths and door-to-door sales! Learn how your girls can level up their cookie businesses with these tried and true digital marketing strategies.